AIMS PhD Scholarships in Mathematical Sciences for African nationals in South Africa

African
Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) is now accepting applications for
its 2017-18 academic year.
African nationals from Sub-Saharan countries (excluding South African
nationals) are eligible to apply for these scholarships.
AIMS’
curriculum focuses on advanced, broadly applicable mathematical skills relevant
to Africa’s development needs.

African
Institute for Mathematical Sciences mission is to enable Africa’s brightest
students to flourish as independent thinkers, problem solvers and innovators
capable of propelling Africa’s future scientific, educational and economic
self-sufficiency.
Course
Level:
Scholarships
are available for pursuing PhD program.
Study
Subject:

Scholarships are awarded in Mathematical Sciences. Research fields considered
include (mathematical sciences, statistics, computational and applied maths,
physics, cosmology, computer science, bio-informatics).
Scholarship
Award:

Funds awarded the scholarship must be used towards covering the costs of
tuition fees, living expenses, medical insurance, books, stationery, research
literature expenses, study permit and research.
Scholarship
can be taken at
South
African University
Eligibility: The following
criteria must be met in order for applicants to be eligible for scholarship:
African
nationals from Sub-Saharan countries (excluding South African nationals), and
not older than 36 years of age on the date of nomination may apply. Women are
particularly encouraged to submit an application.
Nationality: African nationals
from Sub-Saharan countries (excluding South African nationals) are eligible to
apply for these scholarships.

How
to Apply:

The application form and supporting documents listed below must be
submitted via the online portal. Students need to register first before submitting
an application. Instructions for registration.
  • Curriculum
    Vitae (Europass format)
  • Letter
    of motivation
  • Recommendation
    by your head of department
  • Certified
    copies of all university degree certificate including transcripts
  • At
    least temporary admission letter indicating the fees structure of the
    required university
  • Declaration
    of acceptance from academic supervisor (original only)
  • Detailed
    and precise description of the research proposal with detailed working
    plan and time schedule until graduation.
Application
Deadline:

The new online portal for applications is now open and applications and will
close on November 30, 2016.
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